Joe Martinez

Driver Name
Joe Martinez

Nickname
Smokin Joe

How did you get your nickname?
When I raced go-Karts, the other competitors said I was smokin everybody and then they called me Smokin Joe.

Occupation
Fleet Manager

Age
30

Birthday
4/21/1981

Primary Division
Figure 8

Other Divisions
Sportsman

Car Number(s)
24

First Year Racing at CNS
2002

Started racing at CNS in what division?
Figure 8

Racing Biography
2004 Figure 8 Rookie Of The Year. Challenge Cup 32 and 37 Champion. 17 Career A-Main wins. 2010 Figure 8 Champion with 4 A-Main wins. 2011 Figure 8 Champion with 10 A-Main wins.

Favorite Sprint Cup Driver?
Jeff Gordon. He has the number 24, which I have always like and he has had great success.

Personal Hero?
Chip Foose. He is such an inspirational person and a great artist.

Superstitious?
I have to wear my FAITH shirt every week at the track. Other than that I just trust in the lord to keep me safe.

Crew Members
Modesta JR Gordon and Val Ineque Estefawn Kerri

Sponsors
Dettmer Race Engines
Diamond Septic
Ams of Colorado
Color On Wheels
Masterpiece Hot Rods
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